Internship

Description

The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut , based @287 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut is a leader in supporting a vibrant arts and culture community in Northern Fairfield and Southern Litchfield Counties. We promote and advocate for arts, history, and culture as a primary driver of the economy and as an enriching influence for communities and people. We understand and believe that the arts sector is a critical engine for growth through creativity, innovation and collaboration. The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut, a 501c-3, is the only regional service organization in the Housatonic Valley region working to ensure better access and availability to arts and culture for all residents and visitors. We are supported by public funding, corporate and private contributions, and by our members.

MISSION

The mission of the Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut is to support and strengthen the arts, historical and cultural organizations and individuals through collaboration and coordination to further economic development in the ten-town Housatonic Valley region.

Responsibilities

- Assists in the design and development of layouts for marketing materials, using appealing graphics that are well organized
- Responsible to incorporate current design trends into each unique layout to produce an up-to-date style for custom ads
- Ability to exercise good judgment when interpreting instructions and to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
- Utilize strong written skills and bring effective visual ideas from concept through to completion

Requirements

- Working towards a BA or certificate from a Fine Arts program/Graphic Design school
- Experience with Adobe InDesign, and proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
- Knowledge of Mac OS and software upgrades and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Must be a team player and flourish in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
- Open to constructive criticism and customer feedback

Skills

Required - Close Attention to Detail, Communication Skills Listening, Active Team Player, Graphic Design
Preferred - Graphic Design Software

How To Apply

Apply

Login or Sign Up to apply, or contact Lisa Scails at CAWC.

David Boyajian

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/winner-duane-e-perkins

The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut, in partnership with WHEELpassion, Inc. invited sculptors to a Creative Challenge: to design an original, one-of-a-kind award to be presented to title sponsor Josh Weeks, Dealer Principal for Danbury Audi for sponsorship of the inaugural Danbury Audi - Race4Scholars Criterium, held this summer in downtown Danbury.

Local contemporary artist David Boyajian who’s works depicts the marriage between industrial material and organic forms of sculptures in steel, bronze, and wood, won the Creative Challenge. The result is a sleek work of art that portrays a look of speed and elegance. Two traits synonymous and complementary of title sponsor Danbury Audi.

WHEELpassion is implementing a grassroots cycling development program to get underrepresented populations and young girls on bicycles beginning in middle school. One aspect of the program will help students learn how Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines apply to physical exercise and to the cycling industry. Students can then make connections to real-life situations and increase their academic performance.

The program’s desired outcome will award need and merit-based scholarships to college-bound high school graduates that intend to enroll in college as STEM or allied health majors.

Barbara Mansilla

http://www.redbubble.com/people/barbaramansilla/shop

Time to dress up your new devices !

15% off smartphone cases & laptop skins .Use code DEVICE15 at checkout. 

Reminder - Open Auditions: Arsenic & Old Lace

Open Auditions: Arsenic & Old Lace

Contact: Jeffrey Dunn, Executive Director
Administrative Office: (860) 283-8558
Box Office: (860) 283-6250
admin@landmarkcommunitytheatre.org
Event Dates: Open Auditions
Sunday January 4th 2014 from 3-6pm
Tuesday January 6th 2014 from 7-10pm

Landmark Community Theatre

PO Box 158, Thomaston, Connecticut 06787

Eric Holzman

Eric Holzman: Small Paintings

Thursday, January 8, 2015 at 6:00pm

January 8 - February 7

Lori Bookstein Fine Art

138 10th Ave, New York, New York 10011

The 2015 WCSU Visiting Artist program begins Jan 26 with Stanley Lewis

VISITING ARTIST LECTURE: 
Painter Stanley Lewis will discuss his work at 11 a.m. on Jan. 26 in Room 144 of the Visual and Performing Arts Center on the WCSU Westside campus, 43 Lake Ave. Extension in Danbury. The event will be free and open to the public, and it will be presented as part of the university's Master of Fine Arts slide lecture series. For more information, call (203) 837-8403. For a complete list of similar SVPA events, visit www.wcsu.edu/svpa/events.asp.



Call for Artists to Support Alzheimer's Association

Call for Submissions!

Alzheimer’s Association
and the
Stamford Art Association

present the 1st annual

Art for Alzheimer’s

“Hope” Exhibition and Sale Fundraiser

March 27 – April 26, 2015

We are inviting artists to an inaugural exhibition at the Stamford Art Association at 39 Franklin Street Stamford, CT. This show is open to all SAA members and non-members and is a juried show. The exhibit is designed to raise funds for the Connecticut Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.
The theme of the show is “Hope.” Artists who have been affected by or know someone who has been affected by the disease are encouraged to share their stories along with submitting artwork. All artists who are selected to exhibit will be required to donate a portion of their sales to the Alzheimer’s Association. 50% is recommended but more is welcomed. No entry fee will be charged.
The opening reception will be Friday, March 27th, 2015 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Stamford Art Association. There may also be a closing reception.
If you are interested in being considered for the show, please submit up to three digital images to: Entries@ArtForAlz.org no later than Monday, February 23rd, 2015. JPG images can be up to 8 inches, 300 dpi or 4.7 MB.
Images should be identified by title, artist, medium.
Please include in your email: title, size, medium, price and contact information: name, email, phone, address.
Entries not properly labeled with all information will not be considered.
Accepted artists will be notified by email by March 6th, 2015.
If you have an Alzheimer’s related story to tell please submit it as a word document attached to the email.
Work must be framed, wired for hanging, and be not larger than 48” x 60” framed.
Further information on exhibit requirements or changes to dates, etc. will be posted on the Stamford Art Association’s website: www.StamfordArtAssociation.org or supplied with acceptance notification.
The receiving dates for the show are Thursday, March 19th and Saturday, March 21st from 12 noon to 3 pm.
Receiving is at the Stamford Art Association, 39 Franklin Street, Stamford, CT (just north of Broad Street near UCONN).
Pick up for work not sold is Thursday April 24 and Friday, April 25, 2015 at 12 noon – 3 pm at the SAA.

Stamford Art Association  -  39 Franklin Street Stamford, CT 06901  -  203-325-1139

ART!

art sales for the holidays

News from an artist:

Just letting you know that once again for your holiday shopping the following galleries are having small art pieces for sale including original paintings in various media, photography, and small sculptures.  The galleries are Art and Frame of Danbury, Route 6 Plaza, 60 Newtown Rd., Danbury and Koenig's Frameworks, 97 So. Main St., Newtown, CT.

In addition, the Society of Creative Arts of Newtown (SCAN) is holding a sale of small paintings tomorrow, Saturday 12/13/14, downstairs at the Meeting House at the flagpole in Newtown from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Brie McDonald

Photo by N.F. Ambery Artist Brie McDonald, 30, is pictured with one of her paintings. Her painting and collage show "Colorful Observations" runs through Jan. 10 at the Gunn Memorial Library in Washington.

Plainville resident McDonald will show her paintings and collages through Jan. 10 at the exhibit “Colorful Observations” at Gunn Memorial Library at 5 Wykeham Road in Washington.

“It’s a new space for me,” said Brie McDonald of her new exhibit. “I wasn’t familiar with the Washington area, but it’s a beautiful library and area.”

McDonald was selected for the Gunn Library exhibit show when a local resident was struck by a painting of hers in a group show for artists under 30 (McDonald was 29 at the time) at the Washington Art Association in Roxbury last January. Her unexpected advocate suggested the library invite McDonald to do a show there. The Gunn Library has a history of putting on exhibits of photographers and landscape artists.

Full article from the Litchfield County times By N.F. Ambery :
http://www.countytimes.com/articles/2014/12/09/l_c_t_monthly/doc5487596a53af6655640451.txt?viewmode=default

call for artists

"Woven"
a group fiber art show
on display January 17 - February 28

Submission Guidelines:
Drop-Off Days January 12, 13, & 14
Pick-Up for non-selected works January 16
Submission fee of $20 per artist
Limit 6 pieces per artist
No Maximum Size

Opening Reception:
Saturday, January 17, from 5-7pm
Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be served

Art & Frame of Danbury
60 Newtown Rd, Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 748-0197
Hours: M-F 10-7, Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5
http://www.artandframeofdanbury.com/

Pamela Hochstetter reminder

SOLO show at the Norfolk Library in Norfolk, CT, from December 6-January 7, 2015. 

The exhibit will include paintings, woodcuts, and bas reliefs. (The library is not set up to accommodate sculptures.)  

OPENING Reception is this Sunday, December 7, from 4:00-6:00pm.

The library is open 7 days a week.  

Norfolk Library website. 

Jessica Bartlet and Tracy Collamore

Jessica Bartlet and Tracy Collamore at First Street Gallery with a reception,
Thursday, December 11, from 6 - 8 pm

45 Years Later
Work by Gallery Artists

December 2, 2014 -January 3, 2015
Holiday Closure: December 24 through January 1
Gallery hours: 11 am - 6 pm, Tuesday through Saturday
 
526 West 26th Street, Suite 209, NY, NY 10001 646-336-8053

Ival Kovner

New Exhibition: Bethel Library, Greenwood Avenue, Bethel, CT - my "Horse Drawn" drawings that remain after sales - some five foot long drawings now on the walls of the library where I first bicycled to meet my dearest friend - the library was less than 1/4 that size it is now. We would meet, breathe in the musty smell of the old books - and after selecting our reading materials, head to the toy store and purchase a candy bar for the trip home. Very special exhibiting in the small town where my family moved from NYC in 1952 - and although I've been elsewhere living and painting for many decades, I have always spent time in my hometown -and now have renovated the house/barn where I grew up - and the full studio attached to the main house. My husband, Ron, hung the show with me - and always is a good help - at least we were not driving the artwork into NYC as we had earlier - or renting a van - it worked out well - I am happy !! IvalK

Auditions!

First auditions of the 2015 season! Arsenic & Old Lace on Jan 4th & 6th in the Arts Center Theatre...join now:https://www.facebook.com/events/353520648151364/

Tiffany Johnson

Tiffany Johnson writes:"Exposition of Place" my solo show is up at Danbury City Hall through January 5."

Danbury City Hall
155 Deer Hill Ave.
Danbury, CT 

Vincent Baldassano

Pamela Hochstetter

Pamela Hochstetter is having a SOLO show at the Norfolk Library in Norfolk, CT, from December 6-January 7, 2015. 

The show will include paintings, woodcuts, and bas reliefs. (The library is not set up to accommodate sculptures.)  

The OPENING Reception is Sunday, December 7, from 4:00-6:00pm. It would be great if you could stop by! 

Norfolk is located in the uppermost reaches of Litchfield County, CT. The library is just around the corner from Infinity Music Hall.

Click here to check out Norfolk Library. 

It's an absolutely beautiful building. When I first walked into the space I felt immediately at home - like I was in one of the treasured libraries at Yale.  

call to artists

Accessible Art 2015 Deadline Extended to December 5 WE NEED YOUR ENTRIES !!! The Accessible Art Project is an opportunity for artists to show their work in alternative spaces and to make art more accessible to the general public. The Cultural Alliance is not a gallery, but a resource and a facilitator for these opportunities. Open to all artists.  Cultural Alliance membership is required for participation. More information

State Grants available to artists!

The Guidelines and Application for The Connecticut Arts Endowment Fund Grant for Arts Organizations is now available.  Instructions on how to access guidelines and instructions on how to submit an application are posted on our website. 

 

Deadline:  12/15/14

 

Please click on link below for information.

 

http://www.cultureandtourism.org/cct/cwp/view.asp?a=3933&q=293766

 

For further information:  please contact Rhonda Olisky – Rhonda.olisky@ct.gov

Joan Marie Kelly

Joan posted her Curatorial Statement By Sarah Schuster
EXHIBITION: The Kotha THE Akhara: Historical Indian Archetypes of Masculinity and Femininity
Paintings by Artist: Joan Marie Kelly

My interest in Joan Marie Kelly’s artwork began several years ago when an acquaintance of mine introduced me to her painting and the project she was doing with the sex workers in Kolkata. Her doggedness to paint perceptually where others refused to go seemed radical within the genre of contemporary representational painting. A multitude of artists In Cinema, New Media, Community-based and Grassroots artistic practices cross and blur the cultural boundaries of agency and power, but I had never seen a perceptual painter who was, in her own way, undertaking this kind of unraveling. Outside of a handful of contemporary mural painters such as Judy Baca, and the early portraits of Alice Neel I was at a loss as to who was doing work like this in the arena of traditional oil painting. I began to wonder why this practice might have become taboo given the many instances of such work in the history of Western art. 

The feminist critique of patriarchal culture, and its strong hold on Western painting has been extremely important and influential to me as a woman painter, but in thinking about Joan’s work I began to think of the ongoing repercussions of defining the gaze as male. What is the ongoing impact of recognizing that the traditional languages of patriarchy, such as those championed and ensconced in western figure painting, inevitably reproduce the objectification of the subject and position the subject of the painter’s attention as both an object and as the other. Is painting from the figure or model about the artist’s projection of their reality onto the sitter? I had begun reading the Israeli born philosopher, analyst and artist Bracha Ettinger. Her work impacted the French feminist movement, and she spoke of the ‘matrixial’ gaze to describe a post-conceptual practice that reshapes the legacies of the technologies of surveillance and documentation as a pathway towards a future where acceptance of the burden of sharing, transforming and processing trauma is possible. 

Working with and from marginalized groups of people is very problematic because of the ingrained hierarchies of power but as Joan has said to me, “The risks are worth it to me when faced with the option of doing something rather then doing nothing at all.” I curated this exhibition to put it forward as a possible option for change and transformation, and to invite us to consider that the gaze may also be a means of absorption, and coming to know.

Alain Picard

Alain writes, "My painting entitled, The Bride, has been awarded Second Place in the Portrait/Figure category of the 16th Annual Pastel 100 Competition.  I'm grateful to my friend, Josie, who posed for this painting. I'm also grateful for the amazing Pre-Raphealite artists like Waterhouse and Rosetti who inspired me with their own depictions of Victorian brides. Most of all, I'm grateful to God, who has given me the ability and opportunity to create."

Congratulations Alain!

Intern Opportunity for Graphic Designers

David Skora writes, "Graphic Design Students. Here is an intern opportunity which Dean Goble sent to me. Here is the message: I believe it is for graphic design work.

I spoke with Leon Istambouli from Morganti Construction yesterday…they are looking for an intern to start ASAP. This looks like a great opportunity for one of our seniors. Please ask anyone interested to submit their resume to listambouli@morganti.com
or…call 203-830-3301"

Alain Picard

Alain writes, "I'm thrilled to have been invited to give a one-day workshop and a portrait demonstration at the upcoming 2015 IAPS Convention in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This is a great opportunity for those of you who are outside of the east coast to study with me in a very exciting and creative environment. Registrations are now live, so sign up today!"

Be Inspired,
Alain Picard 

THE PAINTERLY CHILDREN'S PORTRAIT 

Three Hour Portrait Demonstration from Life

Saturday, June 6, 2015
Location: Albuquerque, NM

Working from the live model, Alain will demonstrate a painterly approach to the portrait. Included will be an explanation of techniques for creating an accurate likeness, establishing clear values, evaluating color relationships and selecting skin tones, developing a painterly style, and harnessing the power of strong design. Alain will also discuss the importance of lighting and posing the model.

PAINTING SKIN TONES

One-Day Workshop

Sunday, June 7, 2015
Location: Albuquerque, NM

After an introduction to color theory and how it relates to skin tones, Alain will demonstrate from a model how to develop a 9 color skin tone chart to serve as a color key. Then everyone will paint a portrait based on the discoveries made with the skin tone charts. This logical approach to color selection will equip the pastelist with knowledge and confidence to see and select skin tones for their own portrait and figurative work.  

Jess Bartlett

2014 Visiting Artists Series at WCSU

Visiting Artist Lecture with John Goodrich
Monday, Nov 14, 11:00am Room 144,
Visual & Performing Arts Center, Westside Campus,
43 Lake Ave Extension, Danbury, CT


All are Welcome!

Pamela Hochstetter

Sweet Dream #1 - 14" x 11" x 2", Baltic birch,  low-fire clay & acrylic, 2014 Dear Eileen, I was delighted to have three recent bas reliefs chosen to be part of the juried show, "Small Works! 2014," at the Carriage Barn Arts Center at Waveny Park in New Canaan, CT.  Click to Carriage Barn Arts Center The juror was 5th generation art dealer, Lee Findlay Potter, of David Findlay Jr. Gallery in NYC. "Sweet Dream #1" is one of my three pieces.   Click to see more bas reliefs The Opening Reception is this Saturday, November 1st, 6-8pm.  The show will run from  November 1st - December 21.    All the works in the show will be no larger than 14" x 14". When I delivered the goods last week I was intrigued by the variety of offerings so I think attending will be especially enjoyable.

Carmen Lund

Make plans to join The Big Brush Workshop™. Get your creative on!  You will not only have an art adventure, but you will make bold colorful paintings while sharing company of friends and loved ones. Absolutely no experience is needed to enjoy and succeed!!! 

If you are unable to make one of these workshops but would like to discuss organizing a workshop in your area, contact me, carmen.lund@gmail.com. 

I will be happy to answer any questions on how to set up a workshop especially for your group (think: girlfriends, birthdays, anniversaries, date night out, adult and child, students, faculty etc.).

Enjoy an evening of Wine + Paint with your Friends! The Big Brush Workshop™                                                                      

Instructor · Carmen Lund

Course ID: CLF700PM1172014
Friday evening:· 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm · $50 p/pNovember 7                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Register: 203.966.9700                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Silvermine Arts Center: 1037 Silvermine Road · New Canaan, CT 06840 

Looking to do something fun and different on a Friday evening? Tired of the same old same old? Try something new. Ask a date or friend to join you for an evening of creative fun. Absolutely no experience is necessary. Enjoy yourselves as you sip wine, paint and meet new friends. Your innate creativity will amaze you! Bring a bottle of wine and an hors d’oeuvres to share Leave with a collaborative masterpiece to hang on your wall.

Tiffany Johnson

Tiffany Johnson installed her show yesterday. She says, "Come check out on Tuesday October 28th at St. Paul's on the green in Norwalk!"

St. Paul’s on the Green
60 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851

Call to Artists! Blue Mountain Gallery

Greetings from Blue Mountain Gallery!

We are pleased to announce the BLUE MOUNTAIN GALLERY 2014 Juried Exhibition Competition. This year's Juror is renowned contemporary painter John Dubrow.

The juried exhibition will be held from December 23, 2014 - January 24, 2015 at the Blue Mountain Gallery. The opening will be held on Thursday, January 8th, 5 - 8 PM. Juror John Dubrow will be at present.

The competition's prospectus can be downloaded at:
http://www.bluemountaingallery.org/2014-juried-exhibition/

Phone: 646.486.4730  /  info@bluemountaingallery.org

If you know any other artists who might be interested, please feel free to forward this email to them...Thanks!

Warmest regards,

The Blue Mountain Gallery 2014 Juried Show Committee

Call to Artists - Prince Street Gallery, NYC

Prince Street Gallery

There is still time to apply to the 7th National Juried Show, Robert Berlind, Juror; apply on line at www.princestreetgallery.com. Just click on juried show entry at the bottom of the home page. Deadline for entries is October 24th

Auditions, Musicals at Richter

"Scrooge the Musical" auditions are scheduled for Saturday, October 18 at Richter House, 100 Aunt Hack Road in Danbury.

The auditions for the musical, in association with The Palace Theatre of Danbury, will be divided by age. Scrooge the Musical is based on the 1970s movie by Leslie Bricusse.

11 a.m. - noon ages 9 - 14
noon to 2 p.m. ages 15 and older

Musical actors 15 and older should be prepared to sing 16 bars of a traditional musical theatre piece or prepare a Christmas carol.

Ages 9 - 14 will be taught a song from the show.

Performances will take place Dec. 19, 20 and 21. For more information, visit www.musicalsatrichter.com
.

Call to Artists - SCAN

Receiving for the SCAN Fall Art Show is October 16 from 3 - 6 p.m. at the Newtown Meeting House (lower level) with an opening reception of Friday from 6 - 8 p.m.

Entry fee is $15 with an additional $5 for portfolios. Show is open to SCAN members only http://scanart.org/

Show chair is Bob Doyle (203) 791-0658. Call with questions or to volunteer.

Philip Lique

Philip Lique writes, "I have been elected : "Official Art Critic of New Haven"

Thank you to all those who supported me.

Thank you to all of the esteemed members of the board who trust in my taste and experience.

I look forward to all the good I'm about to do In my new capacity as a barometer of the New Haven Art Scene."

Call to Artists - Richter Arts

Receiving for the Richter Association for the Arts annual juried art show is Tuesday, September 23, 2014 between 3-7pm
at the Richter House.
Each artist is limited to two entries.
$20 for members $35 for non-members
We need sitters for an hour or two during the show. Sign up during receiving.

Form available online at http://www.danbury.org/richter/events.htm

Call to Artists!

The Regional YMCA of Western Connecticut’s ESCAPE to the Arts invites artists working in all media to submit artwork for the upcoming exhibition Transportation. Works should depict various means of transportation (cars, trains, planes, boats, etc.) or be constructed with re-purposed parts. Works may be representational or abstract. This show will run from September 22 through October 31, 2014 in the Art Gallery at ESCAPE to the Arts, Danbury, CT. For guidelines and an entry form, call ESCAPE to the Arts at 203.794.1413 or visit www.regionalymca.org.

All work must be ready for installation. Any work considered unsafe is not acceptable. 2-D works must be properly framed for hanging with wire on back. Wires must be securely fastened with hooks on the back of the frame. Wire must not extend above top of frame. No saw tooth or loop hangers permitted.

Works in the following mediums should also be protected behind glass (or plexi-glass): watercolor, printmaking, pastel, graphite and photography. Works that are not properly framed will not be accepted.

For heavy sculptures and large 3-dimensional works, we may require your assistance during installation.

The Regional YMCA reserves the right to reject any and all works of art submitted for exhibition that do not meet the proper specifications as described above.

Sales

All work exhibited must be for sale. The Regional YMCA (ESCAPE to the Arts) will handle sales of work and retain a 30% commission on works sold as a result of the exhibit.

Art work must remain on display through the duration of the exhibition including works that are sold.

Pamela Hochstetter

Pamela writes, "I will be doing a "walk and talk" at Watershed Gallery in Ridgefield, CT, this Saturday, September 13, at 4:00PM.  Watershed's website

 

I will be discussing the process of creating the sculptures and brand new bas reliefs I currently have showing at the gallery.  Why I make what I make, from whence I come, and where I imagine I might be headed, will all be touched upon.  

Please stop by for a yummy glass of organic white wine and nibbles.  Kindly RSVP so we have an idea of how many grapes to buy.  RSVP

I look forward to seeing you there!"

Pamela Hochstetter

  

"Build Creative Courage" - I'm leading 4 weekly workshops in Danbury, CT

Good morning,   On September 18th, I will begin facilitating a series of 4 weekly workshops at the Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut, located at 287 Main Street, Danbury, CT. All the details are below. To learn more about the organization click: CAWC   They would like to wrap up registration by September 4th so please act now if this interests you! If you have any questions for me simply click: pamelahochstetter@gmail.com or contact the Cultural Alliance at 203-798-0760 or info@cawct.org.   To register online click here.   I hope to see you on September 18! Pamela    Click for Pamela's website Copyright © 2014. All Rights Reserved.